The person who follows the crowd will usually go no further than the crowd. The person who walks alone is likely to find himself in places no one has ever seen before.

Albert Einstein

Yes, be different, but not for the vanities of being different.

Criss Jami

Do not be afraid to color outside the lines. Take risks and do not be afraid to fail. Know that when the world knocks you down, the best revenge is to get up and continue forging ahead.Do not be afraid to be different or to stand up for what’s right. Never quiet your voice to make someone else feel comfortable. No one remembers the person that fits in. It’s the one who stands out that people will not be able to forget.

I got pragmatist which is sort of fitting but also sort of surprising. I don’t know if I have a philosophy per say, but I try to look at life economically and think about incentives a lot 🙂 Maybe John Stuart Mill?